The gripping and revelatory story of the dramatic race to merge the human brain with machines. Leading neuroscience researchers are racing to unlock the secrets of the mind. On the cusp of decoding brain signals that govern motor skills, they are developing miraculous technologies to enable paraplegics and wounded soldiers to move prosthetic limbs, and the rest of us to manipulate computers and other objects through thought alone. These fiercely competitive scientists are vying for Defense Department and venture capital funding, prestige, and great wealth.

How does the US Army mold a video-game generation with its thumbs on the joystick into a proud fighting force with its fingers on the trigger-and lives on the line-in America's War on Terror? Michael J. MacLeod, already an accomplished professional photographer and journalist, decided to find out the hard way: by enlisting in the armed forces at age forty-one.

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For a month in 1944, the First Marine Division suffered more than 6,500 casualties fighting on a hellish little coral island in the Pacific. Peleliu was the scene of one of the most savage, no-quarter struggles of modern times, one that has been all but forgotten – until now. "Gripping and personal... read with verve by Patrick Lawlor. He is delightfully expressive when performing voices and dialogue. He can be a gravelly voiced non-com or a Southern recruit with equalaplomb."—AudioFile

The biography of Lieutenant General Victor "Brute" Krulak, the man who almost single-handedly stopped the U.S. government from abolishing the Marine Corps. "Portrays a driven, fiercely outspoken, but creative warrior who probably deserves his legendary status."—Publishers Weekly

Usually a cop can remain detached. But not this time. This time, Nick Becker and the beautiful victim go back years – to a more innocent era, when he and his brothers began to have secrets that will affect this case, this crime. Thisemotionally wrenching tale shows the games that years can play with memory and guilt. Mystery Writers of America 2005 Edgar Award winner. "Drum-tight prose and richly layered characters."—Entertainment Weekly

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This classic of the outdoors is an adventure to remember! Jack London tells
the memorable tale of a dog struggling for survival in the far north, his
love for his master, his courage, and his character. Includes bonus PDF e-book.

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More than 100 students were admitted to the CIA's Clandestine Service to become Class 11, the most elite and secretive espionage training program in the country. Immediately following September 11, this was the largest, most diverse group in the agency's history. Go behind the scenes, where the spies-in-training learned subterfuge, mastering disguises, withstanding interrogations, and crossing into hostile territory without being detected.

On a sweltering September night, Long Beach Homicide Detective Danny Beckett is called to a grisly crime scene at the mouth of the Los Angeles River. A defenseless homeless man has been burned to death by three teenagers with gang ties. The suspects are already in custody, and the evidence is overwhelming-but when one suspect's brother is targeted for murder, Danny starts to think there may be more to this seemingly clear-cut case. Third in the series.

The conclusion to the series details the final stand of Earth's superpowers against extraterrestrial invaders. World War II evolved into decades of epic rebellions against the Race. Now as the 1960s begin, one of Earth's powers launches a nuclear strike against the Race's colonization fleet. Third in the series.

The conclusion to the series details the final stand of Earth's superpowers against extraterrestrial invaders. World War II evolved into decades of epic rebellions against the Race. Now as the 1960s begin, one of Earth's powers launches a nuclear strike against the Race's colonization fleet. Third in the series.

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Earth's superpowers continue their face-off with extraterrestrial invaders. And although the clamoring tribes of Earth play dangerous games of diplomacy, the ultimate power broker will be the reptilian Race itself – as it ponders itsuncertain future.

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It's been 20 years since the Allied and Axis forces united to repel marauding extraterrestrial invaders. Now, as the social unrest of the 1960s threatens to ignite global war, more aliens invade Earth, intending to colonize. All nations must work together, yet the U.S., the Soviets, and Nazi Germany won't look past their antagonism to protect their home. First published in 1999.

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For 25 years, SETI (Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence) has looked for proof that ET really exists. The program's senior astronomer says we're close to finding conclusive evidence. He offers an insider's view of what we might realistically expect to discover. This audiobook provides an account of the past, present, and future of our search for extraterrestrial intelligence. "A fairly convincing argument... lively [and] engaging."—Booklist